Patient Care Assistant, Cardiac Monitor Unit

About the position

The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for performing activities of daily living for patients and generally assist with the unit activities that support patient care in the Cardiac Monitor Unit at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. Under direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Assistant facilitates a safe, clean working environment and contributes to the health and safety of patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care activities as identified on Patient Care Assistant competency checklist under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Recognizes and reports changing patient care needs to the registered nurse.
• Documents findings and maintains privacy in patient's medical record in compliance with unit specific standards and systems.
• Provides emotional and physical comfort to patients and ensures a safe environment for patients.
• Responsible for maintenance of the department equipment, reporting and follow-up of equipment in need of repairs.

Requirements

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistants with 3 years of experience in an acute care facility or 5 years of experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or sub-acute setting.
• Nursing students actively enrolled in a nursing program who have completed the first semester of the nursing program.
• A current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Benefits

• High quality health insurance plan options.
• $1,500 signing bonus available to external hires new to MHS employment, contingent upon satisfaction of employment requirements.
• Additional compensation available for this role, including shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.